Desmond Bryant
Des the Poet is a three-time published author of poetry compilation projects titled "Adoer," "No Excuses," and his latest, "Better Days In 90 Days: Secrets, Tips & Cheat Codes. He is a National Spoken Word Artist, Motivational Speaker & Authorprenuer powered by sincerelydesi.com. He believes writing is a form of meditation, therapy, and an outlet to release emotions, ideas, and thoughts. His philosophy is that you get out what you put in through all situations. Keep them feet moving!
"Children should not be criminalized. We all make mistakes in life. Rich, poor, no matter the background, we all make mistakes in life."
Desmond Bryant
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Youth and Advocate Voices
Aiden Decker
Abandoned, abused, and incarcerated; Aiden is an 18-year-old survivor who is preparing to build a family, rebuild his life, and repair a relationship...

Kahlil Straxson
Kahlil had his first encounter with the court system at the young age of 16 – unaware of the dreadful experience he was about to have within the...

Sierra Jones
Sierra’s journey with the justice system began at the young age of 11. Still, at the age of 37, that trauma sits with her today. A misdemeanor as a...